Drug-addicted woman experienced a massive seizure after injecting an unspecified drug. Her screams and uncoordinated movements attracted several curious bystanders who recorded it on video. However, they were afraid to get closer because she still held the used syringe in her hand.
Such states can occur after using certain stimulant drugs, like methamphetamine, amphetamine, and cocaine. These substances strongly affect the central nervous system and brain chemistry. Injecting the drug is also a risk factor, as it enters the bloodstream immediately without gradual release. It is also dangerous to combine drugs with alcohol.
If you ever see someone in a similar situation, remember that they may be in life-threatening danger and need first aid. In this case, it must be different from usual because first aid rules state you must not endanger yourself. A person having a seizure holding a sharp, infectious object poses a huge risk. The best solution is to call emergency services and, until the ambulance arrives, observe from a distance and warn other passerby.
